Someone call the fire department…
How are we all going friends? We’re not sure what else we can say about everything that’s going on at the moment. It’s a mess, and definitely not what any of us anticipated a month ago. But even though the future seem uncertain, all we can do is keep pushing forward, and for us, that means absolutely going to town on the music we’re vibing at the moment. And naturally, we’d like to bring you all along for the ride.
Five banging tracks by local artists, coming right up!
ELASKIA – ‘Can’t Help Loving You’
Central Coast singer-songwriter ELASKIA soars from momentous peaks in ‘Cant Help Loving You,’ her fusion of pop and electronica cutting through all defences right to the bone. Propelled by emotion-filled vocals and resolute piano ivories, the ‘I Will Do Anything’ singer hurtles right toward unrequited love and abandonment, the various textures she’s armed with underpinned by a undercurrent of vulnerability as she straight up pours her heart out. It’s all embodied in the perfect imperfections sprinkled throughout the tune, subtle vocal shakes and crumbles communicating the rawness of the subject matter, the power of heartbreak.
A wonder-filled tapestry of heart and feeling, no doubt whoever even dared to hurt ELASKIA is feeling the regret wash over them.
Pretty Girl – ‘Sun Phase’
Melbourne/Narrm sonic weaver Pretty Girl speaks to the yearning within in ‘Sun Phase,’ her unique blend of bedroom pop and house stirring the spirit while encouraging you to bop, pop and shuffle your way into the fifth dimension. The tune sees the producer sensation immerse herself into a fast-paced beat with gentle vocals peppered on top, the repetition of ‘Theres a reason,’ swaying and swooning like a rose-gold chandelier.
The visual is so gorgeously nostalgic as well, capturing the otherworldly magic of EDM and house events while doing justice to the hours spent by artists who curate those moments behind closed doors.
An uplifting ode to unity and connection that we’ve all felt at one event or another, you’d best believe we’re feasting on it right now as we wait to get back to some semblance of normal.
Hauskey ft. Hope Tala – ‘One Minute’
Sydney multi-instrumentalist Hauskey reuturns with Pina Colada infused euphoria on ‘One Minute,’ his signature blend of vibrant instrumentation wonderfully complimented by his laid back vocals and tender lyricism. The track doesn’t try to dazzle or overwhelm you, rather, give you a small taste of the charm inherent to its overall formation, gently drawing you in while making you believe the decision to be entranced is completely your own idea. The hook shines with all of the above, subtle guitars and sunset harmonies easing you over into tranquility.
West London sensation Hope Tala smashes her verse as well, singing with a fast-paced delivery of those silky cool vocals, the global influences ever radiant as she alternates between rhythmic and melodic delivery.
The two go together like strawberries and chocolate on the tune, and it’s totally delicious.
Jordan Brando – ‘Roxi’
Melbourne/Narrm producer Jordan Brando ignites the fire of minimal house in ‘Roxi,’ the curator of sonic experiences venturing deep into the origins of groove. But it’s a total journey, taking the time to smell the lumiescent roses and engage in all manner of exploration and discovery, really nicely shown around 1:40 as Brando sits in the pocket of the various layers, finding the eye of the beat in what’s almost a fleeting eternity of peace and calm.
A track that you’d be raring to hear in a packed warehouse party with next to nowhere to move, it’s just begging for you to make some gorgeous memories (that you definitely won’t remember) to it.
PNK FME – ‘Forsaken’
Adelaide producer and singer-songwriter PNK FME digs deep into the genesis of his demons on ‘Forsaken,’ embarking on an existential journey tempered by the sonic resonance of trap and hip hop. Every aspect is almost injected with some sense of pain, the Adelaide maestro’s vocals reflecting the immeasurable weight of mental health atop moody synths and cascading drums.
The hook plays like a meditation on all of the above, each layer magnifying in feeling and intensity as PNK FME makes fun use of his production prowess. It’s a thrilling self-confessional that’s equal parts vulnerable and fiery.
